Authentic Balinese Indonesian Satay Chicken Recipe

Name: Authentic Balinese Indonesian Satay Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 500 g cubed chicken breasts; 24 bamboo skewers; Marinade; 2 teaspoons tamarind paste; 2 tablespoons warm water; 3 garlic cloves; 4 peeled shallots; 1 teaspoon coriander seed; 1/4 cumin seed; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1 1/2 tablespoons oil (groundnut or sunflower oil will do); Peanut sauce; 2 tablespoons oil; 3 red finger-length chilies; 3 garlic cloves, minced; 200 g unsalted peanuts, dry roasted and skinned; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 3 tablespoons palm sugar or 3 tablespoons brown sugar; 250 ml hot water

Servings: persons

500 g cubed chicken breasts
24 bamboo skewers
Marinade
2 teaspoons tamarind paste
2 tablespoons warm water
3 garlic cloves
4 peeled shallots
1 teaspoon coriander seed
1/4 cumin seed
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 tablespoons oil (groundnut or sunflower oil will do)
Peanut sauce
2 tablespoons oil
3 red finger-length chilies
3 garlic cloves, minced
200 g unsalted peanuts, dry roasted and skinned
1/2 teaspoon salt
3 tablespoons palm sugar or 3 tablespoons brown sugar
250 ml hot water

1
Mix the marinade ingredients (tamarind pulp through oil), add chicken and set aside to marinade for at least 20 minutes.
2
To prepare the peanut sauce heat the oil in a saucepan add chillies and garlic and cook over medium heat until soft (about 5 minutes). put the mixture into the food processor and add the peanuts, salt and sugar. Process briefly so that the peanuts are still chunky. Add hot water and process again to make a thick sauce.
3
Thread 4 chicken cubes onto each skewer. Grill on the barbecue or griddle pan until golden brown on both sides and cooked inside. Serve with dipping bowls of peanut sauce rice or pita bread and fresh cucumber salad.

895

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 19 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 500 g cubed chicken breasts, 24 bamboo skewers, Marinade, 2 teaspoons tamarind paste, and more.

Yes, Authentic Balinese Indonesian Satay Chicken falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Authentic Balinese Indonesian Satay Chicken

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